CAUTION:
If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the instructions in this section and check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.

To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle, you should read the information in “Weight of the Trailer” that appears later in this section.

Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in acceleration, braking, handling, durability and fuel economy.

Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.

That’s the reason for this part. In it are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer.

• If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
• Weight of the Trailer
• Weight of the Trailer Tongue
• Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
• Hitches
• Weight Distributing Hitches and WeightCarrying Hitches
• Safety Chains
• Trailer Brakes
• Driving with a Trailer
• Following Distance
• Passing
• Backing Up
• Making Turns
• Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
• Driving On Grades
• Parking on Hills
• When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill
• Maintenance When Trailer Towing
• Trailer Wiring Harness